
Cheap Homes for Rent in Bel-Air Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $700 (8 Rentals)
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317-319 20th St

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Bel-Air, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Bel-Air?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bel-Air 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,025 | $795 | $1,490 |
Bel-Air 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,512 | $1,085 | $1,875 |
Bel-Air 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,675 | $1,450 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bel-Air Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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Cheapest Available Bel-Air Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel-Air area of Ames, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melrose Park Apartments priced from $705. 525 Welch Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here are the most affordable Bel-Air apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
525 Welch Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Somerset Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel-Air, IA
As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bel-Air area is the $1.30 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1,137 sq ft Model at Grayhawk Apartments in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,479. The second greatest value Bel-Air apartment is the 3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) Model at Northern Lights Apartments starting at $1,140 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel-Air apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Grayhawk Apartments | 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1,137 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Northern Lights Apartments | 3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
Somerset Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
525 Welch Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bel-Air
What type of rentals are currently available in Bel-Air?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Bel-Air, IA with pricing that ranges from $650 to $1,715. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bel-Air ranging from $775 to $1,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bel-Air?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bel-Air ranges from $775 to $1,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,246.
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